There aren't many cities in the world like Roma. No matter which way you turn you set your eyes on imposing monuments, dramatic statues or lavish fountains. Walking around the streets today it is easy to envisage what it would've been like centuries ago when crowds thronged to the Colossuem, Caesar's foot soldiers paroled the streets and everyone was decked in sandals. Once darkness falls it isn't as lively as some other European cities, but if you don't find a bar which gets your pulse racing don't worry - the city looks twice as breathtaking at night.
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Reviews of Rome from boo.com
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anonymous says:
“ good : at colosseum take a guide + entrance all in one (only 10 € extra and the guides are very good, especially DEREK with his juicy kind of telling history, and you skip the waiting queue).
Posted: on Feb 26, 2009 |
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paul says: “ I loved Rome. It's a place with great food, plenty of things to do and see and great people too. This place is steeped in history with a huge number of important events taking place throughout the ages, and you can still go check these places out! For example, you can see the ruins where… more
Tags: food, history, people, weather
Posted: on Feb 18, 2009 |
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brianhynes says: “ Great city, so much to see and do. Go a few streets from the main attractions and you will get a better deal. Need a min four days.
Posted: on Feb 18, 2009 |
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Best things to do in Rome
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Piazza del Popolo- What?
- Public Square
- Where?
- Beside Flaminio-Piazza del Popolo Underground Station
- Anything else?
- The starting point of the Via Flaminia, this square was generally a visitor to Rome's first view of the city. An Egyptian Obelisk from Heliopolis stands in the center of the piazza and there are a few fountains located around the square.
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The Vatican City- What?
- The smallest State in the World
- Where?
- Near Cipro-Musei Vaticani
- Anything else?
- The home of the Pope and one of the most visited places of worship in the world with more than 25 million pilgrimss coming every year. The city itself is only 44 hectares in size and has a population of around 900.
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The Pantheon- What?
- Ancient Temple
- Where?
- Centrally located
- Anything else?
- This Roman temple dedicated to all the Gods of Ancient Rome, is the most preserved of all Roman buildings and the oldest standing domed structure in Rome. The building dates from 125 AD and was built by the Emperor Hadrian.
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Recommended Hotels
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Mercure Roma Piazza Bologna(3 star hotel)- What?
- Modern, comfortable 3 star hotel in the centre of Rome.
- Where?
- Close to the metro and only five stops from the Colosseum.
- Anything else?
- The hotel offers 113 soundproofed and airconditioned rooms as well as covered pay parking, 2 meeting rooms and a bar serving quality wines by the glass and open till midnight.
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Mercure Roma Delta Colosseo(4 star hotel)- What?
- 4 star hotel in the heart of Rome.
- Where?
- Located in the centre of Rome 200m from the Colosseum.
- Anything else?
- The hotel has 160 rooms, some boasting views of the Colosseum. The outdoor swimming pool and panoramic terrace is open from the end of May till September. Snacks are served in Il Gladiatore from 15.30-24.00.
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Hotel Quirinale(4 star hotel)- What?
- Large hotel with over 200 rooms.
- Where?
- Central location, close to Via Veneto and the Spanish Steps.
- Anything else?
- All rooms are classically decorated. All rooms have air conditioning, direct dial telephone, mini bar, satellite television and safe deposit box. Hotel also has a restaurant, bar, garden and terrace area, internet access and laundry service.
Top Restaurants
| Ad Hoc | ||
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| Maud | ||
| Spirito di Vino | ||
| Hard Rock Cafe - Rome | ||
| Antica Biblioteca (formerly Acqua Negra) | ||
| Glass Hostaria - Rome | ||
| Vivendo | ||
| Scoglio di Frisio | ||
| Mirabelle - Rome | ||
| Al Vantaggio |
Top bars
| L'Enoteca Antica di Via della Croce | $$$$$ | 100% |
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| Finnegans Irish Bar | $$$$$ | 73% |
| Tempio Bar | $$$$$ | 100% |
| Obika | $$$$$ | 80% |
| Hole in One | $$$$$ | 80% |
| Trinity College Bar | $$$$$ | 60% |
